seanpdent ADN, BSN, MSN, APRN, NP

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    ANCC new exam and format starting May 2019 Why are they changing this, I cant find any answers?

    seanpdent replied to crazyarin's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm curious. Why does/should it matter if the test is
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    56 and considering NP school

    seanpdent replied to caycar123's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    1. DO IT 2. DO IT 3. I would highly recommend doing a thorough job market research in the area where you plan on working (will you move to a new location for a new job?). Bottom line, will there be...
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    Can blogging hurt or harm your career

    seanpdent replied to btcoonhound's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Heh heh... been blogging for 10 years.. with no repercussions. Treat your blogging the same way you would treat conversations in the hospital elevator. It's that
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    Nurse Practitioner vs Physician Assistant

    seanpdent replied to nurselyfe4115's topic in General Nursing

    Correct... as an ACNP I perform the same (if not more) procedures as a PA. Keep in mind we are referring to an ACNP, not an FNP. An FNP does not get the same training. That would be one of the...
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    Nurse Practitioner vs Physician Assistant

    seanpdent replied to nurselyfe4115's topic in General Nursing

    PA's need to recertify every 6 years (it will be changing to every
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    Why Should Nurses Care About These Things Called Podcasts?

    seanpdent posted a topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    The better question to ask first is, "What the heck is a podcast?" The garden variety dictionary definition: It's an on-the-go recording that you can listen to at your leisure, on your own time, when...
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    RT vs. RN? Is RT a useless profession?

    seanpdent replied to AspiringRN27's topic in Nursing Career

    Sigh.... We actually have Nurses who question and undervalue other members of our medical team? Especially a Respiratory Therapist, a trained specialist in pulmonary medicine and respiratory...
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    Nurses and blogging

    seanpdent replied to jbrbly's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    I've been blogging for a decade. Just finished a shift, saw your post... and wanted to give you 10 great reasons why every Nurse should blog: 1. Creative outlet 2. Improve your communication skills...
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    Questions about FNP and ACNP roles

    seanpdent replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    GREAT question with accurate answers. I encourage to hone in on what patient population you see yourself caring for, and be as specific as possible. If you are unsure, then try and decide on where you...
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    Male foley came out after irrigation?

    seanpdent replied to Val1023's topic in General Nursing

    So one of two things may have happened. I agree with previous comments, you may have accidentally flushed the balloon instead of irrigating the catheter. Or quite possibly, the catheter was...
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    Acute vs. Primary Care NP? Can't decide

    seanpdent replied to EGVnurse's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The greatest piece of advice I got when I started my journey into graduate school and deciding on my end goal of Acute vs. Family NP is this: "Who do you see yourself taking care of 10 years from...
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    Passed!

    seanpdent replied to ACNP-SPINEmaster's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    WOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO! Congrats! Hopefully I'll be able to follow in your foot steps in the coming months. How was it? Give me some gory
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    ACNP Student Away Rotation

    seanpdent replied to NeuroNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Have you contacted your local colleges? Where are you located? Most ACNP programs have contracts with many hospital systems throughout their region, not just locally. And if you have a specific...
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    Overwhelmed to say the least...

    seanpdent replied to J&B-RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    First of all congrats on finding your dream job. Knowing what you want and then finding it takes courage. I would highly suggest telling this exact story to your preceptor as well as your unit...
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    How long does the "new nurse anxiety" usually last?

    seanpdent replied to ASM90's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hmm.. going on just shy of a decade of working as a nurse. I'll let you know when the anxiety goes
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    BSN or ADN?

    seanpdent replied to StudentN123's topic in California Nursing

    By the sounds of it you already have made your decision, while it's always a good thing to advance your career and degree, there is nothing wrong with the step-wise approach. Especially if you are...
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    Does being called a male nurse annoy you?

    seanpdent replied to freefalle's topic in Men in Nursing

    A comically good rebuttal is to ask them how they have been a (male/female) patient. Usually gets a good smile. Take it in stride fellas, take it in
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    Is it possible to be a fit nurse?

    seanpdent replied to Crystal112's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I would agree with ElleNY, barring from other responsibilities and extra hours working 3 12's should allow for SOME time to exercise. Of course we all have responsibilities outside of work, I guess...
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    Is it possible to be a fit nurse?

    seanpdent replied to Crystal112's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Fit nurse - I think it's more than possible! It's all a matter of priorities and time management. I don't think you'll ever get to or be in the shape you 'were' - but it is absolutely feasible to...
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    GOAL -- Weight Loss and healthier living

    seanpdent replied to AKFLIGHTRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    while in nursing school it can be tough. weight loss is total effort between calories in and calories burned. I would just be fair to yourself while under so much stress. If you have the time to...
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    The "I HATE IT WHEN..." thread for students!!

    seanpdent replied to shescoolie's topic in General Students

    Don't worry... they'll get there's in the end. Student's like that find out quickly how much they really don't know. Hang in there.
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    Having a bad day

    seanpdent replied to husker_rn's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Time like this one can be tough on a person and there spirit. My thoughts are with you and your
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    RA pressure vs CVP

    seanpdent replied to whatnext's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    UUHhmm. Yeah. Last I checked we are 'measuring' the same value although we love to refer to it as RA or CVP. I'd love to see where the difference is, if there is any, and what are the clinical...
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    Using the Femoral Artery for blood draws

    seanpdent replied to sherri0709's topic in MICU, SICU

    Echoing all the above. The risks of Arterial sticks are too numerous, when there is a more tangible option with central line access. Irregardless of BSI, it's still much
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    Do you have a unit-based pharmacist?

    seanpdent replied to labcat01's topic in MICU, SICU

    When I worked in the Trauma ICU we had a unit based pharm-D. She/he was heaven sent. They made rounds with the docs and were efficient with problem solving as well as a great resource. An invaluable...